After more than a half-century, suspended Supt. Fred Foresteire has suddenly retired from his post at the Everett Public Schools as he faces sexual harassment claims by at least two women. In a two-sentence letter to School Committee Chair Bernie…
Month: December 2018
Former Elected Official, Church Volunteer Murdered in Central Avenue Driveway
As Maureen DiPierro stood on the driveway of a Central Avenue home last Thursday morning, tears flowed freely and she struggled to put to words the wonderful memories left behind by her niece – Ersilia Matarazzo – who had been…
The Michigan Man:EHS Football Star Sainristil Signs His Letter of Intent
Mike Sainristil received some good practice for performing in front of the 110,000 fans that attend Michigan football games in Ann Abor with a standing-room-only Letter of Intent ceremony and press conference Dec. 18 at Everett High School. It was…
Many Confused Over Foresteire’s Appearances After Put on Leave
To say some were shocked is an understatement. Less than 24 hours after former Supt. Fred Foresteire had been put on leave by the School Committee in a tension-filled meeting on Dec. 17, there he was at the annual Everett…
Citing Easier Recycling, City, Council Pursue Plastic Bag Ban
The City Council and administration are reviewing a new ordinance that would ban plastic bags from retailers in Everett – an ordinance that follows the lead of Chelsea, Boston and other surrounding communities. The matter was introduced at the Council…
Encore Spokesman Greg John Parts Ways with Wynn
Encore Boston Harbor and its local spokesman Greg John have parted ways mutually this week after John’s three-year contract expired and he decided to pursue other opportunities. “I have decided to move on from Encore Boston Harbor as my three-year…
Investigations Continue:Special School Committee Meeting Scheduled
With the retirement of Supt. Fred Foresteire, the investigation into the sexual harassment allegations against him will not also retire, according to City and School officials. The School Committee had retained legal counsel and designated $50,000 to fund an independent…
Baker-Polito Administration Announces Grants to Reduce Diesel Emissions
The Baker-Polito Administration announced $184,000 in grants for diesel emission reduction technology projects, including one for Everett’s Wilson Farms. The grants, awarded under the MassCleanDiesel: Clean Markets Program, will fund 20 new electric transportation refrigeration units (eTRUs) that will cut harmful diesel…
DA Ryan Announces Grand Jury Indictments
The following indictments for Everett were handed down between September 26 and November 20. These charges are allegations and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Everett Acurio Boy, 40, of Revere, was charged with aggravated rape of a child…
City of Everett’s Holiday Assistance Program Supports Over 500 Families
Mayor Carlo DeMaria would like to extend the City’s appreciation to local Everett businesses and residents for their generous donations in 2018 to the City’s Human Services Assistance Programs, which benefit Everett families in crisis. The City’s Holiday Program has…